/
ˈkʌv(ə)nənt/
n.
  - a solemn agreement. 
▸Theology  an agreement held to be the basis of a relationship of commitment with God.
 - Law  a formal agreement or contract in writing, especially one undertaking to make regular payments to a charity.
 
v.
 agree or pay by covenant.
Derivative
- covenantal adj.
  - covenantor n.
 
Etymology
ME: from OFr., pres. part. of covenir ‘agree’, from L. convenire (see convene).